Phoenix Mercury

Both the Phoenix Mercury and Atlanta Dream may be without multiple key players in Sunday afternoon's matchup.

The Atlanta Dream (3-1) looks for a second straight win at home as they host the Phoenix Mercury (2-4) at Gateway Center Arena on Sunday. MORE: Early favorites for the 2026 WNBA MVP Award How to Watch Phoenix Mercury vs…

The Phoenix Mercury are going east for a three-game road trip, which will feature a familiar face.

ATLANTA — With the Phoenix Mercury heading on the road for a three-game stretch next week, a familiar face has been activated that could help a club still searching for its identity. Phoenix activated guard Monique Akoa-Makani ahead of the trip, bringing back one of the few players who already understands the culture and style the Mercury spent last season building.

That blowout win on opening night over the defending champions, the Las Vegas Aces, feels like a long time ago. Since then, Phoenix has gone on a downward spiral, managing just one win in its next five games.

Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike cleared another WNBA milestone Thursday night, moving up to fifth spot on the all-time scorers list.

The Phoenix Mercury players and coach were critical of the team's defense against the Los Angeles Sparks.

Despite a historic night where Nneka Ogwumike officially climbed into the top five of the WNBA’s all-time scoring list, the Los Angeles Sparks veteran still walked away feeling she could have done more. And she didn’t hold back in expressing that disappointment, even as the praise came pouring in around her.

The 34-year-old Alyssa Thomas led the Mercury with 23 points on 7-for-13 shooting from the field, albeit in a loss to the Sparks.

Thanks to a dominant performance by Dearica Hamby, the Sparks secure another victory.

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury’s 30th anniversary celebration was spoiled Thursday night, falling to the Los Angeles Sparks, 97-88, with one word at the forefront: defense. May 21, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Sparks guard Kelsey Plum (10) drives on Phoenix Mercury forward Noemie Brochant (1) in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center.

Alyssa Thomas shared her thoughts about the Connecticut Sun's honor later this season following the Mercury's game on Tuesday.

The Connecticut Sun are preparing to honor franchise legend Alyssa Thomas by retiring her iconic No. 25 jersey during the organization’s emotional 2026 “Sunset Season.

The Mercury's defense sputtered in their loss against the Toronto Tempo.

The Phoenix Mercury were looking to extend a winning run on Tuesday in a home game against the Toronto Tempo. Instead, they faced an uncomfortable awakening about the team’s defense in a 90-98 loss.

The Phoenix Mercury’s first foray against the Toronto Tempo in franchise history was nothing like they expected. Fresh off a win, Phoenix was looking to assert its dominance further.

The WNBA schedule slows down on Tuesday, with just one game on the slate as the Phoenix Mercury host the Toronto Tempo. Tuesday’s contest marks the first-ever meeting between the two teams this season.

UNCASVILLE — Phoenix Mercury star Alyssa Thomas built a legacy in Connecticut, and later this season, her name will join many Sun greats. May 12, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas (25) against the Minnesota Lynx at Mortgage Matchup Center.

PHOENIX – Early on into the 2026 WNBA season, the Phoenix Mercury may already have discovered something that changes the trajectory of their year, which is newcomer and rookie guard Jovana Nogic. Jovana Nogic is shining early for the Phoenix Mercury:Everyone expected stars like Kahleah Copper and Alyssa Thomas to carry the offensive load; that part was never in doubt for the Mercury.

This week, Phoenix continues its four-game homestand with games against the expansion Toronto Tempo May 19, and the Los Angeles Sparks May 21.